Recruiter

Are you passionate about talent acquisition and human resources? Are you self-motivated and detail-oriented? Do you have excellent interpersonal and organisation skills? If this sounds like you, Excellent Stores Limited is hiring a dynamic Recruiter!

TITLE:Recruiter 

REPORTS TO:Human Resources Manager

LOCATION:Head Office, Chaguanas

TYPE:Full-Time, Contract

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Recruiter will provide support with delivering full-cycle recruitment across all levels of the organization, utilizing effective recruitment plans for available positions, and leveraging creative sourcing channels in addition to traditional ones. The Recruiter will play a critical role in ensuring we are hiring the best candidates for all open positions.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

•	Understand the business and work with the Human Resource Manager and Hiring Managers in order to develop the most effective recruitment plan.
•	Assist with developing comprehensive job descriptions.
•	Post positions appropriately; whether in the newspaper, professional associations, internet sites, etc.
•	Effectively pre-screen, interview and select the most suitable candidates.
•	Provide timely and personalized communication to candidates, keeping them informed about their application status and next steps in the recruitment process.
•	Conduct reference, background checks, and employment verifications as required.
•	Assist in creating and sending job offers and packages.
•	Assist in creating and forwarding rejection letters.
•	Maintain all relevant interview and candidate data in the Human Resource Information System.
•	Proactively build and maintain a talent pipeline to ensure a steady pool of potential candidates for future vacancies.
•	Network with industry contacts, associations, schools, and other affiliated bodies to develop creative sourcing channels.
•	Provide support with employing various sourcing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualifies candidates, including social media, professional networks, referrals, and direct sourcing.
•	Contribute to developing and fostering the brand of the company during networking and recruitment initiatives.
•	Perform other duties as they arise.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge/Experience

•	Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
•	At least five (5) CXC O’Level passes, including Math and English A.
•	A minimum of three (3) years’ work experience in the field of Human Resources and/or specifically in Recruitment.
•	Experience working with a Human Resource Information System.
•	General knowledge of employment laws and best practices.
•	Knowledge of recruitment best practices, sourcing strategies, and candidate assessment techniques.
•	Technical savvy- advances shills in MS office applications, including Excel and Power point.
•	Experience working in a dynamic environment.

Required Skills/Competencies

•	Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple recruitment processes simultaneously.
•	Customer-oriented with a strong desire to build a culture that would provide Service Excellence.
•	Superior verbal, editing, and written communication skills.
•	Ability to prioritize and meet strict deadlines. 
•	Ability to observe and maintain confidentially in the performance of duties.
•	Adaptable, flexible, comfortable with ambiguous situations.
•	Pro-active, highly motivated, with great enthusiasm and proven team player.
•	Ability to identify and assess problems and suggest appropriate solutions using applicable policies and guidelines.
•	Exceptional interpersonal skills to interact with other departments and with all levels of employees across the organization.
•	Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.